Best 5 Grammas Chop Suey Recipes
In the tapestry of culinary artistry, few dishes evoke a sense of nostalgia and comfort quite like Gramma's Chop Suey. This classic dish, a fusion of Eastern and Western flavors, has graced dinner tables for generations, becoming a staple of family gatherings and a beacon of warmth in the hearts of food lovers everywhere. Whether you're a seasoned cook looking to recreate a beloved family recipe or a novice yearning to explore the culinary wonders of yesteryear, this guide will take you on a journey to discover the best Gramma's Chop Suey recipe.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CHOP SUEY RETRO 60'S STYLE
This is Mama's Mama's recipe from 'back in the day'! I remember eating this as a kid and loving it. When friends came over on Chop Suey night they looked at it and said- No way, I don't eat that! but then tried it and LOVED it too! This was a great way to get us to eat some veggies we otherwise would have turned our nose up at. Hope you enjoy this retro recipe! My mother got it from an old Woolworth's Cookbook. There are lots of items readily available in our times so substitutions and additions are endless! I would add some canned baby corn, and use straw mushrooms and maybe even some fresh bok choy in place of the bean sprouts- i never did care for those anyway! I am also gonna try this now with turkey or chicken bc I don't eat pork or beef anymore. Please zmail me if you remember eating this recipe back then and we can compare hula hoop stats!
Provided by Mamas Kitchen Hope
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Chicken option: I sliced some chicken breast thinly and stir fried it then continued with the remaining steps and ingredients using sir frying rather than the pressure cooker. Worked wonderfully.
- Heat shortening in cooker. Dust meat with lightly with seasoned flour and brown meat in batches in hot, smoky oil.
- Add onion, celery, soy, molasses, and reserved liquids from canned vegetables adding water to equal 1 cup.
- Cover and set rocker. (The book doesn't specify a setting so I would use 10 lbs) Heat until you get a steady rocking and cook 10 minutes.
- Allow to cool.
- Stir in vegetables and heat through. If using fresh bean sprouts cook until they are done to your taste.
- Mom served this over rice with chow mein noodles on top and extra soy sauce.
CHOP SUEY
This is the fast and easy chop suey recipe that my mother always made, and we love it 'as is', but you could substitute a can of Chinese mixed vegetables for the bean sprouts if you like more color and texture. Serve over hot rice, topped with chow mein noodles and soy sauce, if desired.
Provided by DKOSKO
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat shortening in a large, deep skillet. Sear pork until it turns white, then add onion and saute for 5 minutes. Add celery, hot water, salt and pepper. Cover skillet and simmer for 5 minutes. Add sprouts and heat to boiling.
- In a small bowl combine the cold water, cornstarch, soy sauce and sugar. Mix together and add to skillet mixture. Cook for 5 minutes, or until thickened to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 39.4 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 16.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 802.7 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
GRAMMA'S CHOP SUEY
Posting this for safekeeping. It's DH's grammas recipe, made for the first time last night. It's VERY americanized, and no way shape or form authentic chinese, but reminds DH of his childhood and his gramma, so I want to make it from time to time. Just wanted to keep safe for future use.
Provided by Megans Mommy
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- You can use any pork or beef, or mixture of both. I like to use boneless pork chops. Slice the pork or beef, marinate in the garlic, ginger, soy, pepper and oil for at least 2 hours or longer.
- Saute in a pan with some oil until browned. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add the celery and onion with 1 cup water, and simmer for 15 minutes more. Mix the soy sauce, molasses, water and cornstarch until smooth. Add to the meat mixture and stir until thickened. Add the chinese vegetables and mix well.
- Serve over hot steamed rice with crunchy chow mein noodles.
FILIPINO HOME STYLE CHOP SUEY RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: oil, broccoli, carrot, cauliflower, string bean, onion, ginger, garlic, cabbage, bell pepper, snow peas, pork belly, shrimp, water, soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, pepper
Provided by Vince Dacanay
Categories Dinner
Yield 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Add oil to a heated wok and to this, add pork belly and fry cooked and golden-brown. Remove pork and set aside.
- In the same oil, cook shrimp and once cooked, set aside.
- In the same oil, saute ginger, garlic, and onions for 2-3 minutes. Once translucent, add in pork and shrimp.Saute for 2 minutes.
- Then, add cauliflower, carrots, broccoli, bell pepper, cabbage, snow peas, and water. Steam for 2 minutes.
- Stir in soy and oyster sauce and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 720 calories, Carbohydrate 60 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 21 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 26 grams
CHOP SUEY
This recipe is my children's all-time favorite meal. How much do they like it? Even more than they like pizza...and that's a lot!-Debra Weihert, Waterloo, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a skillet, brown beef; drain. Dissolve bouillon in 1-1/2 cups boiling water; add to skillet. , Combine remaining water with cornstarch; stir into beef mixture. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until thickened. Add vegetables and soy sauce; stir and cook until heated through, about 15 minutes. , Serve over rice; sprinkle with chow mein noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 691mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh vegetables: Fresh vegetables will give your chop suey the best flavor and texture. If you can, try to use vegetables that are in season.
- Cut your vegetables into uniform pieces: This will help them cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: If you overcrowd the pan, the vegetables will not cook evenly and will become soggy.
- Cook the vegetables over high heat: This will help them retain their crispness.
- Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what will really bring your chop suey to life. Use a sauce that is flavorful and has a good balance of sweet, sour, and salty flavors.
- Serve over rice: Chop suey is traditionally served over rice. However, you can also serve it over noodles or other grains.
Conclusion:
Chop suey is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. With a few simple tips, you can make a chop suey that is packed with flavor and vegetables. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chop suey a try. You won't be disappointed!
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